Functional Medicine: How Can It Help Me?
Krystal Anesthesia & Pain Specialists is a proud practitioner of functional medicine, an approach many are calling the future of medicine.
When it comes to functional medicine, there's a lot to unpack, but if there's one thing you take away from this article, let it be this: functional medicine looks at the body as a whole and seeks to identify and address the root causes of disease.
Most importantly, functional medicine views the body as one integrated system, not a collection of independent organs divided up by medical specialties. It treats the whole system, not just the symptoms.
Understanding Our Approach
It has inspired our team to take on a new approach of:
Understanding
Assessing
Preventing
Treating
We use a variety of science-based approaches to find and treat underlying imbalances in how the body's systems are functioning. To do this, we spend more time with our patients because we know that each patient is unique and has a unique past, concerns, and goals when it comes to health.
We investigate and consider genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors that interact with the body's systems to create dysfunction. Then we use our findings to tailor treatment plans to restore the body's function and return our patients to optimal health.
How We Use Functional Medicine
Apart from offering our patients the best care possible, we are fans of the functional medicine approach for three specific reasons. When you visit us, we guarantee the following:
Patient-Centered Care
In today's healthcare, patients often feel like they're ushered in and out of doctor's offices and pharmacies, but we spend more time with our patients.
Above all, we want to learn your story and include you in the discovery process of optimizing your health. We'll listen to your health history, concerns, and goals, and then work with you to tailor the best treatment plan for your unique needs.
Integrative Approach
Bodies and health are complex! And to treat you, we will consider all of the pieces of the puzzle from your well being.
Physiology
Lifestyle
Genetic makeup
Internal (mind, body, and spirit) factors
External (physical, social, and environmental) factors
We follow science-based approaches in our treatment plans.
Best Medical Practices
Functional medicine creates a focus on prevention by integrating traditional Western medicine with:
Nutrition
Exercise
Lab testing
Diagnostics
Who is Functional Medicine For?
If you've ever visited your doctor and still felt sick, had blood tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic tests performed just to be told, things appear "normal."
Yet, both you and your doctor know you're suffering, so functional medicine could be beneficial for you.
Are you taking medications and only feeling partial relief? Or are you dealing with side effects? You should consider functional medicine.
Additionally, patients with a wide variety of conditions, like:
Cardio metabolic conditions – diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease
Neurological and psychiatric conditions – depression, attention deficit disorder, and migraine headaches
Digestive disorders – irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, chronic pancreatitis, acid reflux, and diverticulosis
Autoimmune diseases – rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and celiac disease
Skin disorders – psoriasis, acne, and eczema
Hormonal problems – thyroid conditions, chronic fatigue, and menopause
Can you identify with any of the above? If so, even if you feel as healthy as can be, prevention is always the best approach!
We help patients who are seeking preventative care and the prevention of cognitive decline. If you're looking for more life in your years, functional medicine could be the answer!
We Can Help!
We use the functional medicine approach to manage your pain. We'll collaborate with you on your health to find the best solution for your unique health needs and goals. Schedule your consultation now!
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